Sacco Accountant Job in Kenya


Reporting to the Sacco manager, the accountant's key responsibility is to ensure all transactions are accurately done, recorded and properly filed (manually / computerized)

Competencies

Good communication skills

An analytical mind

Attention to detail

Must have good interpersonal skills

Duties and responsibilities

  • Accounting for the main account i.e. SACCO
  • Preparing and verifying monthly statement for members and keeping records for the Nairobi members
  • Answering queries regarding work being performed.
  • Prepare and analyze on regular basis the SACCO’s plans, budgetary estimates and provide explanations on variances.
  • Ensuring filling is done in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Reconciling the bank accounts
  • Double checking all reimbursements request against receipts received.
  • Ensuring purchase order, receiving and invoices are matched.
  • Compiling routine numerical information for report purposes by hand and by running routine recurring reports on internal computer records
  • Performing other general accounting duties as required.
Qualifications, Experience and skills
  • A Diploma /Bachelor’s degree in accounting/Finance options
  • CPA Finalist
  • Ability to carry out financial analysis, financial projections and budgeting
  • Ability to analyze problems and provide solutions in line with established
  • Superior knowledge and proficiency in computerized accounting operations
  • Must have worked in a SACCO in a similar or related position for at least 1 year
If you feel you have met the above qualifications, kindly send your cover letter and CV to fcreditservices@gmail.com on or before 18th April 2012.